Inside the Headlines: What's Next in Government IT Media
As government agencies accelerate modernization across civilian and defense missions, the media landscape surrounding public-sector technology is shifting just as rapidly. Understanding what journalists are prioritizing—and why—has never been more essential for communicators and vendors looking to tell credible, relevant stories.
Join us this January for Inside the Headlines: What’s Next in Government IT Media, an exclusive discussion with some of the industry’s most influential editors and reporters. Together, they’ll break down the trends shaping today’s coverage and reveal where they expect the conversation to go next.
What You’ll Learn
During this fast-paced session, our panelists will explore:
- The most-read government IT stories of the past year—and what made them resonate
- Emerging themes across civilian and defense journalism, from modernization and cybersecurity to space, AI, and mission-critical systems
- The issues and innovations expected to define 2026 coverage, including the technologies and policy priorities rising to the top
- Practical guidance for vendors and communicators on engaging with the media authentically, strategically, and with real subject-matter credibility
This is your chance to hear directly from the journalists shaping the federal technology narrative—and to refine your own media strategy for the year ahead.
Meet the Panel
- Frank Konkel - Editor-in-Chief, GovExec
- Sydney Freedberg - Contributing Editor, Breaking Defense
- Mike Gruss - Chief Content and Strategy Officer, SpaceNews
- Daisy Thornton - Digital Managing Editor, Federal News Network
Who Should Attend
This webinar is designed for:
- Public-sector marketers and communicators
- Government affairs teams
- Technology leaders focused on federal markets
- Vendors seeking stronger relationships with the media
- Anyone shaping or responding to government IT narratives
Don’t Miss This Forward-Looking Conversation
Stay ahead of the headlines—and ahead of your competitors.
Register now to secure your spot and gain actionable insights into the trends that will define government IT media in 2026.